Pokémon Events Shake Up: Official Ban on Graded Cards and Japanese Merch
A massive shift in the competitive Pokémon circuit is here as official events shut their doors to third-party graded slabs and exclusive overseas imports.
By Blip Tech
1 min read
The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) has implemented a significant policy change prohibiting vendors from selling graded card slabs and Japanese Pokémon Center products at official competitive gatherings. This new directive, which impacts major tournaments including the North American International Championships and the World Championships, aims to streamline official vendor offerings and enforce stricter control over the secondary market present at these venues. The ban takes immediate effect, beginning with the Indianapolis Regionals, marking a major turning point for collectors and professional traders who frequent the circuit.
